Full-Time Duty Manager (FSLT00752)

Job Description

Ever wondered what it’s like to run one of Fife’s largest leisure and fitness venues?

We’re on the lookout for a talented Duty Manager with energy, passion, and a love for health, wellbeing, and physical activity to join us at Fife Sports and Leisure Trust. If you thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and want to make a real impact on your community, this could be the role for you.

Based at Carnegie Leisure Centre in Dunfermline, and reporting directly to an Area Manager, you’ll lead a large team of 60 employees, oversee day-to-day operations, and keep everything running smoothly. From splash discos to sports halls, gyms to fitness classes, we’re Fife’s hub for health and activity!

Operating with 14 venues across Fife open 7 days per week, including outdoor facilities and an athletics centre, our Duty Manager role is not your typical 9am-5pm role.

You’ll be at the heart of a team that’s transforming communities, helping people stay active, healthy, and engaged throughout 2026 and beyond. You will help us to maintain service standards, operational efficiency and ensure high level customer experience within a safe environment.

What’s in it for you?

A competitive salary and fantastic benefits including:

• A generous Local Government Pension Scheme with 18.5% employer contribution
• 33 days holiday, increasing to 38 over time
• Non-core payments for non-standard hours
• Family-friendly policies
• And of course… a free fitness membership for you to enjoy in any of our 14 venues!

Please visit our career page to review our full benefits offering -

 https://www.fifeleisure.org.uk/about/jobs/salary/

Join us and be part of something bigger and help Fife’s communities thrive while building a career in an exciting, hands-on environment.

 

Requirements

Before confirming appointment, you will be required to obtain Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme membership through Disclosure Scotland and become a member of the relevant PVG scheme.

 

Responsibilities

•The day to day management of centre staff including the deployment, attendance management and the development of employees

•Taking necessary action to ensure the centre is presentable to meet customer needs and quality of service in respect of cleanliness and health and safety

•Contribute towards the development of the centre programme and ensure that the publicity and notice boards “sell” the centre activities.

Applications will be considered from persons who do not meet all of the criteria in the person specification and will be considered on the basis of a development opportunity.

Training will be provided for areas required.

 

The Individual

We are looking for someone who thrives on leadership, organisation and building strategic partnerships here at Fife Sports and Leisure Trust.  

You’ll be confident managing a busy venue at Carnegie Leisure Centre, leading a team, and delivering high-quality programmes that make a real difference to our communities and the diverse customers we serve. 

We are looking for someone who can juggle multiple priorities with ease, whether that’s overseeing staff rotas, managing budgets, maintaining health and safety standards, or ensuring every area of the venue is safe, clean, and welcoming. 

The successful applicant with thrive in the role as someone who communicates with confidence and professionalism, resolving issues calmly, whether it’s supporting our team, handling customer queries, or improving our customer experience. You’ll use your insight to assess customer needs, spot trends, and recommend changes that enhance the experience for everyone. 

We are looking for someone with a passion for health, fitness, and wellbeing, who can inspire your team and contribute to the wider goals of Fife Sports and Leisure Trust.